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BFJ 516L

1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,713 mi
Last recorded86,713 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2021
Typical for 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan51,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFJ 516L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2021 86,713 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 86,349 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 85,219 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 84,057 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Sep 2018 84,057 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 83,323 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 83,283 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 82,968 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 82,103 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 79,541 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 77,545 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 74,368 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 71,097 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motor Caravan?

Based on 109,687 MOT tests across 8,425 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
8,425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,888
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,044
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,769
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,156
position lamp(s) not working 3,700
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BFJ 516L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 51,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 8,888 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFJ 516L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 53 years old, this Volkswagen Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFJ 516L?

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What year was BFJ 516L registered?

BFJ 516L is a 1973 Volkswagen Motor Caravan, first registered on 13 February 1973.

Is BFJ 516L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFJ 516L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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